By Dr Laurence Webber, General Surgeon, Mt Lawley
The vast majority of mesh hernia repairs in Australia are still performed using mesh made from polyester or polypropylene – synthetic plastics invented more than 50 years ago.
While the durability of mesh hernia repairs is well documented, we know less about what happens to these products in the body over time.
Recent concerns regarding microplastics and the recent class actions over the outcomes of transvaginal pelvic mesh have placed renewed emphasis on alternatives to permanent synthetic surgical prostheses....
The vast majority of mesh hernia repairs in Australia are still performed using mesh made from polyester or polypropylene – synthetic plastics invented more than 50 years ago.
While the durability of mesh hernia repairs is well documented, we know less about what happens to these products in the body over time.
Recent concerns regarding microplastics and the recent class actions over the outcomes of transvaginal pelvic mesh have placed renewed emphasis on alternatives to permanent synthetic surgical prostheses....
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